1995 BMW 330 vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 330 | Trident |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
